10 things you might not know about Derek Holland, including that time he got kicked out of a Counting Crows concert

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Texas Rangers starting pitcher Derek Holland (45) all smiles after Texas Rangers designated hitter Prince Fielder (84) scored one of the 5 runs in the first inning in a game against the Detroit Tigers at Globe Life Park in Arlington on Tuesday, September 29, 2015. (Vernon Bryant/The Dallas Morning News)

The Rangers have a bunch of colorful personalities on the team, but Derek Holland is the quirkiest of them all. Here are 10 things you might not know about the young, talented and entertaining pitcher.

1. The 'Dutch Oven'

Holland was first given the nickname the Dutch Oven by KTCK-1310 AM. The moniker is obviously derived from his last name and when his pitching is 'on fire,' he's cooking like a Dutch Oven.

2. Under-the-radar prospect

Holland was completely overlooked in the 2006 MLB Draft. In fact, he was selected in the 25th round in 2006 out of Wallace State Community College in Hanceville, Alabama

3. The 'mustache'

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Derek Holland, LHP

Holland once had this very... 'interesting' mustache. Fans seemed to love it and often wore their own fake mustaches. But Elvis Andrus probably described it best: 'It is ugly and the worst ever.'

4. 'Wild Thing'

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Texas Rangers starting pitcher Derek Holland (45) sports a unique hair cut as he prepares to pitch in the first inning of the Seattle Mariners vs. the Texas Rangers major league baseball game at Globe Life Park in Arlington on Wednesday, August 19, 2015. (Louis DeLuca/The Dallas Morning News)

On a Rangers road trip to New York to face the Yankees, Holland decided to go to a Counting Crows concert, where he was kicked out. Here is his explanation via Twitter: Did u know that u can get kicked out of a concert for 1 standing up and enjoying the concert an 2 taking to many pictures. Thanks New Jersey. Please remember to never have fun in New Jersey because it's not acceptable in their eyes!!! Stay classy New Jersey #fistpumps for what?

6. Top impressionist

Holland is known for doing impressions of former broadcaster Harry Caray and actor Arnold Schwarzenegger during Game 5 of the World Series. Dont be surprised if he ends up on the cast of 'Saturday Night Live' when his career is over. If you want to watch him do the impressions, both videos are available on YouTube.

7. Twitter trouble

Twitter controversies are common these days, and Holland was a part of a big one. After a shaky performance against the Angels a fan tweeted at Holland, '7 runs in 6-2/3. Horrible! But hey at least you've got that really good impression of Harry Caray. You're a waste of space.' Holland replied with a homophobic slur. (This happened during the game). Afterwards, Holland denied sending out the tweet and said he was blindsided by it.

An Ohio native, Holland is a big hockey fan. His favorite team is the Columbus Blue Jackets. But he's also a Dallas Stars supporter. "Honestly, I'm a fan of all the Dallas sports. I'm a huge Mavs fan, a huge Stars fans and a Cowboys fan, too. I think that's the way it should be, we should support each other."

9. Go Blue

When it comes to college football, Holland does not support Ohio State. He's actually a Michigan and said he grew up rooting for Desmond Howard and Charles Woodson. And he's not shy about hating the Buckeyes. "Oh, I hate Ohio State. Even living in Ohio sucks." Ironically, his brother is an Ohio State fan.

10. Pump-up music

If you see Holland jamming out, he's probably listening to Lil Wayne or Linkin Park (he often uses the band for his walk up song). 'I listen to those before I pitch. I'm getting back into my rhythm, so that's I've been listening to," he told Yahoo! Sports.